I honestly loved this.

I only started getting into comics (of the non-manga variety) in the past year or so, and even more recently into the big ones--meaning DC and Marvel. So, this was really my first time reading a Wonder Woman comic (other than one origin story issue that was lent to me). This was also a Christmas gift from a comic-savvy friend, and I'm sorry it took me so long to get around to it!

I enjoyed the back-and-forth between the Year One issues and the present predicaments. Seeing Diana come into her powers at the same time that you see her struggling with her identity and several years' worth of convoluted memories had a powerful impact. Generally, I don't love when a story is told that way, but the shift is always punctuated by the transition between artists, which makes it more obvious and palatable. The timing is pretty spot-on, too, in that the present storyline often reflects the Year One events. It's easy to screw that up, but I don't feel like it was ever jarring or confusing.

I loved the art, as they both really suit the events that they're portraying. The art of the Year One issues is softer, more clear, suitable for a young woman coming into her powers and destiny. The art for the more current story is sharper and darker, more detailed in little ways. It fits with the sort of madness and confusion Diana faces.

I liked the attention to detail when it came to the communication between the characters when they all first met. Language would be an obvious barrier, and it always bothers me when it's not properly addressed. I also really enjoyed Barbara Ann because she's such a huge nerd.

Oh, and the cover art gallery in the back was amazing. I don't have the book on hand so I don't remember the one artist's name, but her covers were fantastic. ( )

it actually made me want to read more. ( )